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parental
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈrentəl
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The impact of parental divorce is limited to trust in the father.
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Common mistakes of parental pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pa-REN-tal" instead of "PAR-en-tal." Tip: Remember that in "parental" (ˈpær.ən.təl in US, ˈpær.ən.tl in UK), the stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some people mispronounce the "a" in "parental" as a long vowel, saying "pare-" instead of the short "par." Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound as in "cat" (ˈpær), not "pair."
- Missing schwa sound: A common mistake is omitting the schwa sound in the second syllable, resulting in "par-en-tal." Tip: Ensure the second syllable has a relaxed, neutral sound, pronounced as "ən" (ˈpær.ən.təl).
- Final "l" sound: Some speakers might drop the "l" at the end, pronouncing it as "parenta." Tip: Always articulate the "l" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word "parental" (ˈpær.ən.təl).
- Overemphasizing consonants: Learners sometimes overemphasize the "t" in "parental," leading to a harsh sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and smooth, ensuring a fluid transition between syllables.